Category Procurement Manager

Placements24; Pretoria; Hybrid; ZAR 900,000 - 1,350,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Bonus potential

Health, dental, and vision insurance

Retirement plan with company matching

Hybrid work arrangement

International travel opportunities

Professional development

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a Category Procurement Manager in Pretoria to lead category sourcing strategies, manage supplier relationships, and drive cost savings. The role requires guiding cross-functional teams to achieve value creation while upholding quality and ethics across procurement activities.

The ideal candidate holds a Bachelor's degree in a related field with 5–8 years of strategic sourcing experience, preferably with a Master’s degree, and demonstrated success in negotiating complex

Qualifications

• 5–8 years of experience in strategic sourcing and category management.
• Bachelor's degree in SCM, Business, Engineering, or related field; Master's preferred.
• Strong negotiation, analytical and stakeholder management skills.
• Proven track record in cost reductions and supplier relationships.

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute category sourcing strategies to deliver cost savings and value.
• Manage end-to-end procurement processes for assigned categories.
• Build and maintain relationships with key suppliers to foster innovation and reliability.
• Lead cross-functional teams on sourcing projects and provide expertise.
• Monitor category performance against KPIs and implement corrective actions.
• Identify and mitigate risks within the supply chain for the categories.

Skills

Analytical skills and spend analysis

Market intelligence

Negotiation

Leadership

Communication

Stakeholder management

Education

Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management or related field

Master's degree

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking a highly skilled Category Procurement Manager to oversee a specific range of goods and services within their procurement division in Pretoria . This strategic role involves developing category-specific sourcing strategies, managing key supplier relationships, and driving cost savings and value creation. You will lead cross-functional teams to support sourcing initiatives and ensure that procurement activities meet the highest standards of quality, ethics, and efficiency. This position requires a deep understanding of market dynamics within your assigned categories and the ability to influence stakeholders effectively.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and execute category sourcing strategies that align with business objectives and deliver significant cost savings and value.
• Manage end-to-end procurement processes for assigned categories, including market analysis, supplier selection, negotiation, and contract management.
• Build and maintain strong, collaborative relationships with key suppliers to foster innovation and ensure reliable supply.
• Lead cross-functional teams on sourcing projects, providing expertise and guidance.
• Monitor category performance against KPIs and implement corrective actions as needed.
• Identify and mitigate risks within the supply chain for the assigned categories.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management, Business, Engineering, or a related field.
• Master's degree preferred.
• 5-8 years of experience in strategic sourcing and category management within a complex organization.
• Demonstrated success in negotiating complex contracts and achieving substantial cost reductions.
• Strong analytical skills and expertise in spend analysis and market intelligence.
• Excellent communication, leadership, and stakeholder management abilities.

Benefits

• Attractive annual salary with generous bonus potential.
• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance plans.
• Retirement savings plan with company matching.
• Hybrid work arrangement balancing office presence and remote flexibility.
• Opportunities for international travel and professional development.